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Harrogate Town vs Walsall

Exercise Stadium, Harrogate, North Yorkshire21 December 2024 at 15:00
Referee: S. Mulhall

Match Events

Harrogate Town
Walsall
Kick Off
34′
N. Lowe
Josh March35′
Josh March38′
Josh March38′
Half Time
S. DooleyJ. Muldoon
57′
T. SimsS. Folarin
60′
Z. AsareS. Duke-McKenna
67′
69′
A. Adomah

assist: C. Lakin

73′
J. JellisJ. Earing
Matthew Foulds76′
80′
N. LoweD. Johnson
80′
R. StirkO. McEntee
89′
T. AllenE. Weir
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal8
2Shots off Goal5
3Total Shots20
0Blocked Shots7
3Shots insidebox15
0Shots outsidebox5
10Fouls8
0Corner Kicks12
3Offsides1
55%Ball Possession45%
3Yellow Cards0
1Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves1
349Total passes258
228Passes accurate152
65%Passes %59%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Harrogate Town is 6.77, compared to 6.74 for Walsall. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Harrogate Town's highest-rated starter is A. O'Connor (7.23), while Walsall's best-rated player is C. Barrett (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Harrogate Town have contributed 0 goals and 2 assists this season, led by —. Walsall's starters account for 11 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by A. Adomah (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Harrogate Town deploy 3 defenders rated 7.23 on average, against Walsall's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Harrogate Town field 5 midfielders averaging 6.52, versus Walsall's 5 rated 6.74. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Harrogate Town start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Walsall averaging 6.75. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 72% for Harrogate Town and 67% for Walsall. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Harrogate Town's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Walsall. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Harrogate Town's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: Z. Asare (24), oldest: J. Belshaw (35)), while Walsall average 26.8 (youngest: H. Williams (23), oldest: A. Adomah (38)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Harrogate Town's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 39 for Walsall. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Harrogate Town3-5-1-13-5-2Walsall
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Belshaw5Moon15O'Connor3Foulds14Sims17Sutton8Corneli.22Dooley2Asare10Daly24March1Simkin26Okagbue24Williams21Allen2Barrett22Jellis25Stirk8Lakin3Gordon37Adomah7Lowe

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

Substitutes

Coach: M. Sadler

Harrogate TownPosition StrengthWalsall
6.77
Avg Rating
6.74
6.80Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.23Defender (3 v 3)
0G 1A0G 0A
6.52Midfielder (5 v 5)6.74
0G 1A5G 7A
Forward (2 v 2)6.75
0G 0A6G 3A
Harrogate Town3-5-1-1
31GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw6.8
5DefenderJ. Moon
15DefenderA. O'Connor7.21A
3DefenderM. Foulds
14MidfielderT. Sims
17MidfielderL. Sutton6.51A
8MidfielderD. Cornelius
22MidfielderS. Dooley
2MidfielderZ. Asare6.5
10ForwardM. Daly
24ForwardJ. March
Walsall3-5-2
1GoalkeeperT. Simkin
26DefenderD. Okagbue
24DefenderH. Williams
21DefenderT. Allen
2MidfielderC. Barrett6.93G3A
22MidfielderJ. Jellis6.71G1A
25MidfielderR. Stirk
8MidfielderC. Lakin6.61G3A
3MidfielderL. Gordon
37ForwardA. Adomah6.86G3A
7ForwardN. Lowe

Match Summary

Walsall defeated Harrogate Town 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2024. Goals were scored by N. Lowe 34′, A. Adomah 69′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Harrogate Town had 55% possession while Walsall held 45%. Harrogate Town had 3 shots (1 on target) compared to 20 (8 on target) for Walsall. Harrogate Town made 3 substitutions, Walsall made 4.

Rivalry since 2020

Harrogate Town vs Walsall Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Harrogate Town
4
wins
Drawn
4
Walsall
3
wins
Total goals
28 · 2.5/match
Both scored
5/11 · 45%
Over 2.5
5/11 · 45%

Recent Form

Harrogate Town

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Walsall

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Harrogate Town4wins
2draws10 meetings
Walsall4wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.6

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.3%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 21.4%Draw 26.3%Away 58.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min4.333.701.68
Max4.874.001.75
Over 2.5: 50.5%Under 2.5: 53.2%
Market favourite:Walsall · Moderate favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market19.2%25.2%55.6%
Public market21.6%23.4%55.0%
Δ2.4%1.8%0.6%

Harrogate Town vs Walsall — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Walsall
Result vs. Market: Walsall (58%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Harrogate TownHalf-time:01Walsall
3Shots20
1Shots on target8

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
25/04/26Walsall0–2Harrogate Town2.05/3.70/3.10
22/11/25Harrogate Town0–2Walsall5.00/3.50/1.68
18/04/25Walsall2–2Harrogate Town1.50/4.05/6.38
21/12/24Harrogate Town0–2Walsall4.67/3.80/1.71
24/02/24Harrogate Town0–2Walsall2.94/3.32/2.41
11/11/23Walsall0–1Harrogate Town1.76/3.75/4.53
18/04/23Harrogate Town3–0Walsall2.33/3.13/3.31
25/10/22Walsall3–1Harrogate Town1.96/3.44/4.03
19/03/22Harrogate Town1–1Walsall2.49/3.22/2.92
13/11/21Walsall1–3Harrogate Town2.67/3.27/2.62

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Away Record: Walsall

W 132D 109L 117
Over 2.545
Goals scored444

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026